Admissions Overview
The admission process at St Olaf College has a 52% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. St Olaf College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
52%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
5,956
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
27%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at St Olaf College has a 52% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at St Olaf College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at St Olaf College. About 12% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,260 to 1,470. Additionally, about 36% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 32.
SAT Scores
12% of students submitted400
1600
1260 – 1470
200
800
640 – 740
200
800
620 – 730
ACT Scores
36% of students submitted1
36
28 – 32
1
36
27 – 34
1
36
25 – 34
Admission Statistics
5,956 students applied to STOLAF. Of those, 52% were accepted (3,106 students). Of these 3,106 accepted students, 825 chose to enroll.
5,956
Total Applicants
3,106
Students Admitted
825
Students Enrolled
52%
Acceptance Rate